An Alkalised Diet – What is it and Why do we Benefit from one?

Over the past few years, the alkaline diet has been a topic of discussion in the news. Also known as the alkaline ash diet or the pH diet, it is becoming more and more popular […]

Over the past few years, the alkaline diet has been a topic of discussion in the news. Also known as the alkaline ash diet or the pH diet, it is becoming more and more popular for us to consider this as a way of life than a quick ‘fad’. Dr Stephan Domenig, author of the The Alkaline Cure says the alkaline diet is based on the idea that optimal health comes from balancing the body’s pH by eating more fresh vegetables and fruit, as well as certain legumes, grains and nuts.

The theory is that a high-acid diet creates a breeding ground for disease and leads to poor health.

“Many people start the day with coffee followed by toast and jam, cake for morning tea, then meat and a tiny amount of veg for dinner – all of these are acid-forming” – Dr Stephan Domenig

The reason we need to keep our bodies at an alkaline state is because we as humans require a controlled pH level for our blood of about 7.365 – 7.4. The way we can keep this controlled is by eating alkaline foods rather than acidic foods.

If you’re getting aching joints, gaining weight, craving carbs or sugar, or you have brain fog, then you’re running too acidic in your diet and need to include more alkaline forming foods into your diet.

Alkaline vs Acid Foods

To get an idea of what is alkaline and what is acidic , we can see this in the list below.

Top 10 Alkaline Forming Foods

Garlic

Mustard Greens

Avocado

Figs

Ginseng

Apple Cider Vinegar

Almonds

Pumpkin Seeds

Green Tea

Tomatoes

Top 10 Acid Forming Foods

Lard

Peanut Butter

Cranberries

White Pasta and Bread

Beef

Corn Oil

Pork

Potatoes

Beer & Hard Liquor

Butter

What Are The Benefits Of Being On An Alkalised Diet?

Protects Bone Density and Muscle Mass

Studies on alkaline diets have shown that eating alkalising fruit and vegetables can protect us from experiencing decreased bone strength and muscle wastage as we age. An alkaline diet can also help balance the levels of minerals that are important for building bones and maintaining lean muscle mass, including calcium, magnesium and phosphate.

Lowers Inflammation

One of the anti-aging effects of an alkaline diet is that it can decrease inflammation in the body, a reason why we sometimes have sore joints. A decrease in inflammation has been known to improve our cardiovascular health and protect against common problems such as high blood pressure, stroke and even memory loss.

Boosts Vitamin Absorption

By eating alkaline you will get plenty of minerals, like magnesium, calcium, and potassium. These vitamins are crucial for many different functions throughout the body, from the formation of bones to supporting immune function. Magnesium can also help with the absorption of other vitamins including vitamin D.

Maintains a Healthy Weight

By limiting the consumption of acid-forming foods into your diet we can protect our bodies from obesity. An alkalising diet helps to decrease our leptin levels and inflammation, which affects our hunger and fat-burning abilities. Since alkaline-forming foods are anti-inflammatory foods, consuming an alkaline diet gives your body a chance to achieve normal leptin levels

Improves Your Immune System

When the body’s pH is out of balance, our cells are unable to get the minerals they need to oxygenate the body and function optimally, thus weakening our immune system. When your body is alkaline, your immune system benefits, and this can help prevent a myriad of illnesses from a common cold to infections and viruses.

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